The 5th African Bioacoustics Community Conference 2026
This year the African Bioacoustics Community has the exciting opportunity to host our biennial conference in beautiful Kenya!
This year's conference is also a HYBRID event, allowing participants to attend and present remotely.
This year’s conference promises to be another fascinating and exciting event, with a diverse programme covering numerous research themes. We will hear from African and international scientists, including plenary talks from experts in the field. Talk themes include behaviour and biology, acoustic monitoring and conservation, physiology and evolution, ecoacoustics, advanced technology and methodology, citizen science and science communication.
There will be plenty of opportunities to learn and gain new skills during the conference, including the “Basics of Bioacoustics” special session, field recording workshops, and a Q&A session led by experts, early-career scientists, and students in the field. The final day of the conference will offer participants a choice of workshops covering central technologies and software in bioacoustics. There will also be the opportunity to express oneself creatively during an immersive sound journey and a painting workshop. Tapping into the mindful nature of the acoustic environment, we will connect to nature and ourselves through listening and painting what we hear
On the final evening, we will gather for the Final Banquet event, where we can reflect and connect one last time over a scrumptious, traditional feast, followed by music entertainment.
Registration
Thank you for your interest in registering for the
5th African Bioacoustics Community Conference 2026!
Here you will find tickets for the in-person and online conference attendance and workshops
You will also have an opportunity to donate to the ABC.
We offer two payment options:
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EFT - offline payments via your bank (ZAR)
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Yoco - online card payment (ZAR)
(If you would like to pay via PayPal, please get in touch with us via email)
Registration Fees for the
5th African Bioacoustics Community Conference 2026:
In-person fees include access to 4 days of conferencing, entrance to the Meet and Greet Event, the Final Banquet and 1 Full-Day Workshop.
In-person
Student (low-income country)
Student (high-income country)
Standard (low-income/ unwaged)
Standard (high-income/ professional)
Standard Exhibitor Stand
*Note: Registration ticket must be purchased separately.
Online
*Includes online access to 4 days of conference proceedings
Student (low-income country)
Student (high-income country)
Standard (low-income/ unwaged)
Standard (high-income/ professional)
129350 15522 995
6500 780 50
19500 2340 150
9750 1170 75
26000 3120 200
Early Bird
23 Feb - 24 July
Standard
25 July - 01 Oct
Late
02 Oct - 22 Nov
KShilling ZAR USD
KShilling ZAR USD
KShilling ZAR USD
KShilling ZAR USD
KShilling ZAR USD
38350 4602 295 51350 6162 395 64350 7722 495
58500 7020 450 77350 9282 595 84500 10140 650
51350 6162 395 64350 7722 495 77350 9282 595
84500 10140 650 97500 11700 750 103350 12402 795
The African Bioacoustics Community is a non-profit run by volunteers, as such, every conference registration helps us keep going!
To help with running costs and support the ongoing work of the ABC, you can donate to the cause!
We have a registration ticket called "Donation" in the ticket options, but you can also support us through SnapScan (only in South Africa) or our GivenGain page.
Thank you for your support!
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION
The African Bioacoustics Community aims to highlight the work of African organisations, scientists, and students in the field of Bioacoustics.
If you would like to present your work at the 5th African Bioacoustics Community Conference, submit your abstract today on our Abstract Submission Page.
We believe that access to world-class research and learning opportunities should be open to everyone. To this effect, we will not ask for a fee when submitting your abstract.
PLENARY SPEAKERS
Dr. Daniela Hedwig
Principal Investigator at the Central African Conservation Program, Cornell University
Talk Title: From Calls to Conservation: Vocal Communication and Acoustic Monitoring of African forest elephants Loxodonta cyclotis
Dr. Filipa Samarra
Lead Investigator of the Icelandic Orca Project
Talk Title: Acoustic communication in the ocean's apex predator, the killer whale
Dr. Clinton Factheu
Postdoctoral Researcher, African Aquatic Conservation Fund
Talk Title: Understanding and protecting the cryptic Gentle Giant: passive acoustics uncover African manatees' habitat use and advocate for their conservation
LOCATION
The African Bioacoustics Community meets once again for its 5th African Bioacoustics Community conference. For the first time ever, the conference is being hosted outside of South Africa, offering participants the exciting opportunity to visit Kenya!
Located not too far from the bustling city of Nairobi, on the edge of Lake Naivasha, Sawela Lodges offers premium conference facilities in an idyllic, natural and tranquil environment. The venue is set within a rich and diverse natural soundscape, making it an ideal setting for a bioacoustics conference, while also offering opportunities to encounter local wildlife onsite, including hippos, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, and an impressive variety of birdlife.
When you join us, be sure not to miss the opportunities to explore some of Kenya’s top tourist attractions just a little further afield! With several renowned wildlife areas nearby, Sawela Lodges also offers a range of affordable and unforgettable experiences, such as trips to Hell’s Gate National Park, Mt Longonot National Park, and Crescent Island.
